DBH Psychiatrist - Multiple Opportunities at State Behavioral Healthcare Facilities

State of Ohio•Northfield, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking Psychiatrists for multiple opportunities at State Behavioral Healthcare Facilities. DBH is committed to providing comprehensive, person-centered care for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders. As a DBH psychiatrist, you will deliver recovery-focused patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment that encourages collaboration with medical colleagues and peer consultation. The role emphasizes providing high-quality integrated care with sufficient time for patient evaluations and treatment, ensuring a fulfilling professional life alongside a satisfying personal life. DBH is an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, fostering an inclusive, stigma-free environment that supports employee well-being and recovery.

Requirements

Certificate to practice medicine per Section 4731.13 of Revised Code.
Satisfactory completion of residency training program in psychiatry, as approved by the residency review committee of the American Medical Association, the committee on post-graduate education of the American Osteopathic Association or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology & Psychiatry.
OR has been recognized as a psychiatrist by the Ohio State Medical Association or the Ohio Osteopathic Association on the basis of formal training & 5 or more yrs. of medical practice limited to psychiatry per Section 5122.01(E) of Revised Code.
Primary Skill: Psychiatry
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Human Services, Medical Records, Medication Management
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Situational Awareness
Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
Final candidate selected will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
All final applicants tentatively selected will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments.

Nice To Haves

Board certified/board eligible psychiatrists affiliated with a medical school and designated to supervise residents assigned to a hospital (for Resident Supervision Supplement).
Psychiatrists who choose to serve in designated locations across Ohio (for Geographic Recruitment Incentive).
Psychiatrists with years of post-residency experience (for Experience-Based Supplements).
Psychiatrists practicing in forensic settings (for Forensic Experience Incentive).
Specialized trainings, certifications, or professional awards (for Training & Recognition Supplements).

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive evaluations, examinations, and analyses to diagnose and treat patients, and prescribe necessary medications.
Lead Treatment Team meetings, providing clinical direction to team members in developing Individual Treatment Plans (ITPs) for assigned patients.
Conduct mental and physical examinations as part of patient assessments.
Administer and monitor psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and other relevant treatments, offering both individual and group therapy.
Regularly assess each patient’s medical condition and seek consultations, referrals, or transfers as needed to maintain patient health.
Coordinate with external psychiatrists and healthcare providers to ensure seamless, continuous care as patients transition to community-based settings.
Maintain thorough documentation of all activities and treatments to ensure compliance with standards set by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (TJC), Medicare, Medicaid, the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), as well as hospital policies, regulations, and directives.
Provide guidance to professional, paraprofessional, nursing, and direct care staff on matters related to the psychiatric care of patients.

Benefits

Up to $30,000 annually for physician loan repayment.
11 paid holidays.
4 weeks of vacation from day one.
Robust State pension with a 14% state contribution.
Up to $4,000 annually for tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
No-cost CME credits and funds are available for one professional license or one professional certification annually.
Non-exclusive employment policy allows for additional work opportunities.
Comprehensive Health Plans.
Benefit Trade-Off Option: If declining the health insurance benefit, may choose to take the equivalent of the Employer's contribution, in the form of wages.
No-cost malpractice insurance.
Medical Coverage.
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period.
Paid time off, including personal, sick leave.
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave.
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more).
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation).